Programs & Courses


Pathophysiology - PATH214

School of Health Sciences


Delivery Method: Online (Blackboard)
Hours: 42
Credits: 3
Course Prerequisites:

Textbook Required:
Porth, C., & Matfin, G. (2009). Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States (8th Edition). Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. ISBN 978-0-7817-6616-6.

Students who withdraw five days or more prior to class start will be refunded 100% of tuition and the Learner Service Fee (LSF) minus a $50 administration fee.
Students who withdraw after 5 days prior to class start date up to the first 2 weeks of classes will be refunded 50% of tuition and the LSF minus a $50 administration fee.
Students who withdraw after the first two weeks of classes up to the seventh week of classes will be refunded 25% of tuition and LSF minus a $50 administration fee.
There are no course refunds after the seventh week of classes.
Application fees and program deposits are non-refundable.


Course Description

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This introductory pathophysiology course focuses on the study of homeostasis and how it is altered by physical, biochemical, microbial or genetic factors. The course includes etiology, pathogenesis, growth and developmental variations, clinical manifestations, complications, diagnosis and treatment of selected health challenges. By the end of the course learners will be able to identify, explain and discuss disease and disorder in relation to their physical presentation in preparation for future courses in medical assessment and treatment.

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